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$90+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Pensacola (PNS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PNS
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dom. 8/3
dom. 8/10
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Pensacola are usually found in September or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Pensacola (PNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated julio 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$90
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$356
From Columbus to Pensacola
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Pensacola
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Pensacola. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 29, 2025.

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dom. 8/245:15 amCMH - PNS
1 stop11h 42mSpirit Airlines
dom. 8/316:25 pmPNS - CMH
1 stop4h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/303:48 pmCMH - PNS
1 stop4h 29mDelta
sáb. 10/411:55 amPNS - CMH
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/28$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/611:10 amCMH - PNS
2 stops6h 42mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/135:43 pmPNS - CMH
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/1710:34 amCMH - PNS
2 stops12h 26mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/222:15 pmPNS - CMH
2 stops8h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$247

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Pensacola

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Return

Price

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

dom. 8/24

5:15 am-3:57 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Pensacola

dom. 8/31

6:25 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$182

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

mar. 9/30

8:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop3h 50m

Pensacola

mié. 10/8

7:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$237

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

sáb. 9/6

11:10 am-4:52 pm

2 stops6h 42m

Pensacola

sáb. 9/13

5:43 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$242

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

mié. 9/17

10:34 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 26m

Pensacola

lun. 9/22

2:15 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops8h 28m

$247

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

vie. 8/15

5:15 am-3:57 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$90

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

vie. 10/3

8:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop3h 50m

$174

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

jue. 10/2

6:50 am-1:42 pm

2 stops7h 52m

$214

ColumbusPensacola

CMH - PNS

CMHPNS

Columbus

lun. 9/15

5:03 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$318

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Deals found on 7/29

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Pensacola

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Pensacola. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Pensacola (average of $306). Flying from Columbus Airport to Pensacola in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to PNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Pensacola. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Nashville (BNA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Columbus Airport to Pensacola on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $159.

What’s the fastest layover option from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Nashville (BNA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 2h 23m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Columbus Airport to Pensacola, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Nashville (BNA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 55m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Pensacola

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pensacola. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Pensacola. Reviews last updated julio 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Pensacola by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,044 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Pensacola. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Pensacola from Columbus?

    Pensacola (PNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Pensacola. You should not have trouble finding flights to Pensacola from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Pensacola airport from Columbus. It is only a 4.0 mi journey from Pensacola (PNS) to Pensacola’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Pensacola round-trip?

    Currently priced at $182, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbus Airport to Pensacola and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $237 and $242, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Pensacola one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $90. Users have also found prices from $174 and $214 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Pensacola that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Pensacola flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Pensacola?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Pensacola.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Pensacola?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Pensacola by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Pensacola?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Pensacola (average of $306). Flying from Columbus Airport to Pensacola in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Pensacola

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Pensacola. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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